Fig Almond No Bake Energy Bites

I made these easy Fig Almond No Bake Energy Bites to combat tortilla chip incidents.

These incidents occur most frequently at 4:45 p.m, when it’s too early to sit down to dinner, but my oblivious stomach is growling anyway. I tell myself that I need just a little bitty something to tide myself over until mealtime. Nothing so serious as a protein bar—a few tortilla chips should do the trick.

Flash forward 15-minutes, and I’m two-thirds of the way through the bag, hungrier than when I started, and really I might as well bust out the salsa, because what are tortilla chips without salsa?

Eventually, I am forced to cook, because Ben does not view “tortilla chips” and “dinner” as synonymous—plus by this point, I’ve eaten all but one sad, crumbled chip at the bottom of the bag. By the time we sit down for our actual meal, I’m no longer hungry. The pesky tortilla chips have beaten me again.

Fig Almond No Bake Energy Bites are designed for the crucial moments like my 4:45 p.m., when you need something to satisfy your appetite between meals. They are also a far, far happier, healthier choice than a bag of chips. They are also ultra-portable, making them ideal for an on-the-go breakfast. I even keep a few in a small container in my purse for long afternoons running errands. The Dunkin’ Donuts drive-through is far less tempting when my stomach is silent.

I love how simple and wholesome the ingredients in Fig Almond No Bake Energy Bites are: rolled oats, dried figs and dates, flaxseeds, and almond butter. The almond and fig taste lovely together, the dates provide natural sweetness, and the flax, oats, and almond butter add filling fiber and protein. They are even vegan and gluten free! So much to enjoy.

Instructions

Recipe Notes

Refrigerate leftover Fig Almond Energy Bites in an airtight container for up to two weeks. The bites will be safe to eat longer, but will begin to dry out. They can be eaten directly from the fridge, though I like to let them sit at room temperature for a few minutes before munching.

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44 comments on “Fig Almond No Bake Energy Bites”

I can totally relate to the battle of the tortilla chip. Usually by 4:om I’m starving, yet hubs doesn’t get home for dinner until around 6:30. I love that these bites are so easy to put together. And just a couple should hold me over until meal time.

Haha the perfect incident to make these energy bites!! I need to be more conscious about snacking but it’s soo good! I’m sure these will curb those stubborn cravings, though! They look perfect especially no-bake!

I hate those late afternoon hunger pains! And yep, I always reach for something that’s not exactly full of nutrients. These looks so good, and I especially love the fig, as I’m kind of obsessed with buying everything fig right now. (Just bought a fig BUTTER at TJ!)

Once I get over this sickness and back to the gym, I need to make these! I am not big on breakfast but I need a little something in the morning, and trying to go low carb… I might take it a step further and dip these in dark chocolate, mmmm…

I couldn’t help but just say “that sounds like me” as I was reading this post! Sometimes, I just make a big batch of hummus in the afternoon and dip chips, crackers, or veggies in them. Whatever I can find really. I fill myself up with it, and by the time my man friend gets home, he goes, “what’s for dinner?” Um, hummus?

Had all the ingredients and made them this morning after reading your post. Had 2 immediately. Had to add a little liquid so they would hold together. My dates were not the freshest but they are yummy.

Jenice, I’m so excited to hear you liked these bites! I’m guessing they got a little crumbly since the dates weren’t as fresh, but adding liquid as you did was the perfect thing to do. Thanks for trying the recipe and taking time to leave your thoughts. I really appreciate it! Happy snacking :)

HAHA. For me, it’s more like post-workout “I’m starving! What can I eat while I’m making dinner?!” issue. I love that you used dried figs! DRIED FIGS >>> dried dates! I love them!!! I actually made something similar to this for marathon nutrition during my race in November!

My mouth is watering reading your post- can’t wait to make! I recently made a similar version, but I always love trying every recipe out there. I’m glad I came across your blog–great content and I look forward to following!

These are soooo good! Made a half batch just to try them. Went back and immediately made a full batch. My daughter loved them (me too). I plan on taking them to work and making people try them as well.